MEDA 1540 - MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRACTICUM

Institution:

Northwest College

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Description:

This course provides the medical assistant student with the opportunity to apply foundational principles and skills within a medical office setting. Students are able to apply basic concepts of medical assistant skills through clinical practice and observe the function of the medical laboratory. Students will be working with the healthcare team in a healthcare setting to experience the preparation of patients for physical exam, collecting and processing specimens, medication administration, and assisting the provider with medical procedures. Prerequisite: Complete MEDA-1500 with a minimum grade of "C". (36 hrs online lec, 30 hrs face-to-face lab, 120 hrs face-to-face clnc) 6.0 credits

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6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northwestcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 754-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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